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Kelly Dakarian
Licensed Professional Counselor, L, P, C
Verified Verified
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
My areas of interest and specialties encompass anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), depression, social skills, school problems, and self-esteem issues.
I am dedicated to helping individuals unearth and share their untold stories, fostering healing and resilience through meaningful and interactive therapy. Recognizing the intimidating nature of therapy, I commit to working closely with my clients to offer unwavering support and consistency. Respecting each individual's unique journey, I cultivate a non-judgmental, warm, collaborative, and client-centered environment. Here, clients can flourish, exploring their strengths and values, acquiring skills to surmount obstacles, and ultimately leading a more meaningful and fulfilling life.
My areas of interest and specialties encompass anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), depression, social skills, school problems, and self-esteem issues.
I am dedicated to helping individuals unearth and share their untold stories, fostering healing and resilience through meaningful and interactive therapy. Recognizing the intimidating nature of therapy, I commit to working closely with my clients to offer unwavering support and consistency. Respecting each individual's unique journey, I cultivate a non-judgmental, warm, collaborative, and client-centered environment. Here, clients can flourish, exploring their strengths and values, acquiring skills to surmount obstacles, and ultimately leading a more meaningful and fulfilling life.
(224) 504-0006 View (224) 504-0006
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Therapy Solutions AH
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
I specialize in adult/teen depression, anxiety, ADHD and relationship/family issues. Response time 24 business hours to calls or emails. My first priority is to understand you as a person. If you are feeling hesitant about therapy, understand that this is normal: letting another person into your private space can be frightening. A good therapist, however, will accept you as you are, with all the good and the ugly. Courage!
I specialize in adult/teen depression, anxiety, ADHD and relationship/family issues. Response time 24 business hours to calls or emails. My first priority is to understand you as a person. If you are feeling hesitant about therapy, understand that this is normal: letting another person into your private space can be frightening. A good therapist, however, will accept you as you are, with all the good and the ugly. Courage!
(224) 441-2151 View (224) 441-2151
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Derek Conn
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
I specialize in Anxiety, ADHD and Depression related issues for children (8 years and older), teens and adults.
Every goal starts somewhere. I'm looking to collaborate with you to form an individualized, goal-oriented treatment plan to help you get from where you are to where you want to be. I incorporate appropriate, empirically supported treatments to help you understand yourself and situation more fully. I want to provide you with skill sets to achieve your current goals, and also to empower you in future life challenges.
I specialize in Anxiety, ADHD and Depression related issues for children (8 years and older), teens and adults.
Every goal starts somewhere. I'm looking to collaborate with you to form an individualized, goal-oriented treatment plan to help you get from where you are to where you want to be. I incorporate appropriate, empirically supported treatments to help you understand yourself and situation more fully. I want to provide you with skill sets to achieve your current goals, and also to empower you in future life challenges.
(847) 595-5012 View (847) 595-5012
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Affective Counseling
Counselor
Verified Verified
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
All therapists at Affective Counseling have an emphasis in treating affective (mood) disorders, including Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Dysthymia, and Cyclothymia.
Affective Counseling provides tailored counseling for adults, children, adolescents, couples and families. Our compassionate and knowledgeable staff realize that you face unique life challenges and it is our goal to understand how you see the world, yourself and others so that we can better help you navigate life’s journey. Building on personal strengths, recognizing and challenging negative thoughts and developing tangible coping skills are some of the interventions our staff utilizes to assist you in reaching your personal goals.
All therapists at Affective Counseling have an emphasis in treating affective (mood) disorders, including Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Dysthymia, and Cyclothymia.
Affective Counseling provides tailored counseling for adults, children, adolescents, couples and families. Our compassionate and knowledgeable staff realize that you face unique life challenges and it is our goal to understand how you see the world, yourself and others so that we can better help you navigate life’s journey. Building on personal strengths, recognizing and challenging negative thoughts and developing tangible coping skills are some of the interventions our staff utilizes to assist you in reaching your personal goals.
(224) 228-3656 View (224) 228-3656
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Sally Secker (Meadowspring Counseling, Ltd.)
Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
I have immediate openings for both in person and online appointments. Whether you are dealing with depression and anxiety, struggling with the effects of past trauma, coping with loss, or just dealing with life changes, I would love to help. I'm the owner of Meadowspring Counseling, Ltd. in Barrington, Illinois, and I am passionate about helping others navigate difficult times in their lives. I love to come alongside people to encourage and empower them to find hope and joy.
I have immediate openings for both in person and online appointments. Whether you are dealing with depression and anxiety, struggling with the effects of past trauma, coping with loss, or just dealing with life changes, I would love to help. I'm the owner of Meadowspring Counseling, Ltd. in Barrington, Illinois, and I am passionate about helping others navigate difficult times in their lives. I love to come alongside people to encourage and empower them to find hope and joy.
(630) 948-4419 View (630) 948-4419
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The Chicago Integrative Center for Psychology
Verified Verified
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
TMS therapy provides long-term results for people suffering from treatment resistant depression.
When it comes to mental health treatment, our approach is simple and unique: our accomplished team of physicians and therapists work together to diagnose and treat your body, mind and spirit as a whole. We are one of the few practices combining traditional treatment with evidence-based alternative therapies, all under one roof. We are privileged to have changed the lives of many families in Chicago's North Shore, as well as out-of-state and foreign visitors. Our "whole body" approach to treating mental health conditions is supported by clinical studies. These include but are not limited to: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), diet and exercise, spiritual/social evaluation, yoga and art therapy. Many still focus only on the brain, treating symptoms, not causes. In many cases they over-prescribe medications. While our physicians do prescribe medications as needed, what sets us apart is our commitment to explore all options. We search for root causes and provide the most appropriate treatment, not merely the most convenient one. When we do prescribe, we go the extra mile to customize a plan that minimizes side effects. You and your family deserve the best in healthcare!
TMS therapy provides long-term results for people suffering from treatment resistant depression.
When it comes to mental health treatment, our approach is simple and unique: our accomplished team of physicians and therapists work together to diagnose and treat your body, mind and spirit as a whole. We are one of the few practices combining traditional treatment with evidence-based alternative therapies, all under one roof. We are privileged to have changed the lives of many families in Chicago's North Shore, as well as out-of-state and foreign visitors. Our "whole body" approach to treating mental health conditions is supported by clinical studies. These include but are not limited to: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), diet and exercise, spiritual/social evaluation, yoga and art therapy. Many still focus only on the brain, treating symptoms, not causes. In many cases they over-prescribe medications. While our physicians do prescribe medications as needed, what sets us apart is our commitment to explore all options. We search for root causes and provide the most appropriate treatment, not merely the most convenient one. When we do prescribe, we go the extra mile to customize a plan that minimizes side effects. You and your family deserve the best in healthcare!
(224) 427-6245 View (224) 427-6245
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Joanna Krause
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
If your child or adolescent is struggling with emotional/behavioral challenges, anxiety, depression, self-harm or suicidal ideation, please know that you are not alone. For the past 18 years, I've been working with families to regain a sense of peace in their homes and in their lives. Living with a child who is emotionally dysregulated takes a toll on the entire family. Together, we will set goals towards change. Your needs will drive the type of therapeutic approach I utilize. Riley, my therapy dog certified through Therapy Dogs of America (TDI) often joins me in sessions based on client preference.
If your child or adolescent is struggling with emotional/behavioral challenges, anxiety, depression, self-harm or suicidal ideation, please know that you are not alone. For the past 18 years, I've been working with families to regain a sense of peace in their homes and in their lives. Living with a child who is emotionally dysregulated takes a toll on the entire family. Together, we will set goals towards change. Your needs will drive the type of therapeutic approach I utilize. Riley, my therapy dog certified through Therapy Dogs of America (TDI) often joins me in sessions based on client preference.
(224) 328-1903 View (224) 328-1903
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Center for Emotional Wellness of the Northwest
Counselor, CADC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
From navigating relationship dynamics to managing anxiety and depression, our expert team is here to help.
At the Center for Emotional Wellness, we are committed to helping our clients live their best life. Our team of clinicians are devoted to providing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and other best practices in treating diverse disorders affecting children, adolescents, and adults. We are continually working to bring the most effective and innovative techniques and approaches to our center in order to better serve the individuals and families in our community. With over 10 therapists, we will match each client with the clinician with the most appropriate style and expertise to match individual needs.
From navigating relationship dynamics to managing anxiety and depression, our expert team is here to help.
At the Center for Emotional Wellness, we are committed to helping our clients live their best life. Our team of clinicians are devoted to providing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and other best practices in treating diverse disorders affecting children, adolescents, and adults. We are continually working to bring the most effective and innovative techniques and approaches to our center in order to better serve the individuals and families in our community. With over 10 therapists, we will match each client with the clinician with the most appropriate style and expertise to match individual needs.
(847) 550-3946 View (847) 550-3946
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Douglas N Neal
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
For 39 years, I have been passionate about helping people find freedom from personal struggles of depression, anxiety and marriage/ family problems. I treat first with natural alternatives rather than medications. I also specialize in Attention Deficit Disorder and I am a parent of an adult child with ADHD. I personally know the challenges and victory in helping someone with ADHD live their life successfully. I am viewed as the Sherlock Holmes doctor since I work with the most difficult to diagnose cases and help to crack the case of what is causing a person to struggle.
For 39 years, I have been passionate about helping people find freedom from personal struggles of depression, anxiety and marriage/ family problems. I treat first with natural alternatives rather than medications. I also specialize in Attention Deficit Disorder and I am a parent of an adult child with ADHD. I personally know the challenges and victory in helping someone with ADHD live their life successfully. I am viewed as the Sherlock Holmes doctor since I work with the most difficult to diagnose cases and help to crack the case of what is causing a person to struggle.
(815) 828-4356 View (815) 828-4356
Photo of Dan Gleason, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Lake Zurich, IL
Dan Gleason
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
Hello! My name is Dan Gleason and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and trained to work with individuals, groups, those seeking career counseling, and families. I am interested in working with people struggling with OCD, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, spiritual concerns, finding direction in life, and those who would like to further their relationship with God. I strongly believe in building trusting relationships and having enjoyable, life-changing conversations in a therapeutic environment.
Hello! My name is Dan Gleason and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and trained to work with individuals, groups, those seeking career counseling, and families. I am interested in working with people struggling with OCD, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, spiritual concerns, finding direction in life, and those who would like to further their relationship with God. I strongly believe in building trusting relationships and having enjoyable, life-changing conversations in a therapeutic environment.
(630) 354-0356 View (630) 354-0356
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Lisa Bohn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
Welcome to a safe space where your stories are honored. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to guiding individuals through the intricate narratives of their lives, particularly focusing on anxiety and its impact on our stories. With a compassionate approach and a deep understanding of the human experience, I'm here to help you navigate the chapters of your life with resilience and empowerment.
Welcome to a safe space where your stories are honored. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to guiding individuals through the intricate narratives of their lives, particularly focusing on anxiety and its impact on our stories. With a compassionate approach and a deep understanding of the human experience, I'm here to help you navigate the chapters of your life with resilience and empowerment.
(847) 565-2021 View (847) 565-2021
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Nancy D Bourke
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
Are you having difficulty setting and attaining goals? Feelings of anxiety, worry, sadness or anger?Finding and keeping meaningful relationships? Trying to cope and regain balance after a painful loss or trauma? Generally feeling like your life is being hijacked away from what it could be? If you can say yes to any of these, you may also be feeling alone with your challenges. Understand, you are not, many share these feelings and what these challenges all have in common; they are isolating and negatively life altering. For those who have struggled, a therapist can be an essential guide towards a happier, healthier life journey.
Are you having difficulty setting and attaining goals? Feelings of anxiety, worry, sadness or anger?Finding and keeping meaningful relationships? Trying to cope and regain balance after a painful loss or trauma? Generally feeling like your life is being hijacked away from what it could be? If you can say yes to any of these, you may also be feeling alone with your challenges. Understand, you are not, many share these feelings and what these challenges all have in common; they are isolating and negatively life altering. For those who have struggled, a therapist can be an essential guide towards a happier, healthier life journey.
(224) 268-1856 View (224) 268-1856
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Julia Berg
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
Life can be complex and ever changing bringing us moments that impact our human experience. These human experiences can be anywhere between being joyful, beautiful, challenging, mediocre, and overwhelming. Counseling is a unique process that can help you find meaning within these experiences and give you a space where your story is heard. As a trauma-informed counselor, I work to create a safe and affirming atmosphere where clients feel understood and fully accepted for who they are. I believe that an authentic and empathic therapeutic relationship is one of the most crucial attributes to healing and growth.
Life can be complex and ever changing bringing us moments that impact our human experience. These human experiences can be anywhere between being joyful, beautiful, challenging, mediocre, and overwhelming. Counseling is a unique process that can help you find meaning within these experiences and give you a space where your story is heard. As a trauma-informed counselor, I work to create a safe and affirming atmosphere where clients feel understood and fully accepted for who they are. I believe that an authentic and empathic therapeutic relationship is one of the most crucial attributes to healing and growth.
(224) 218-5134 View (224) 218-5134
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Cherry Hill Counseling
Verified Verified
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
Cherry Hill Counseling is one of the longest-standing counseling practices in the Northwestern suburbs of Chicago. Cherry Hill has seven locations including: Lake Zurich, Vernon Hills, McHenry, Deer Park, Chicago, Grayslake, and Wheaton. Our counseling services include: individual therapy, family therapy, counseling for children and adolescents, marital and premarital therapy, group therapy, and psychological testing.
Cherry Hill Counseling is one of the longest-standing counseling practices in the Northwestern suburbs of Chicago. Cherry Hill has seven locations including: Lake Zurich, Vernon Hills, McHenry, Deer Park, Chicago, Grayslake, and Wheaton. Our counseling services include: individual therapy, family therapy, counseling for children and adolescents, marital and premarital therapy, group therapy, and psychological testing.
(847) 386-2109 View (847) 386-2109
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Andrew Stuckey
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
I’m dedicated to walking the journey with you, truly listening, and helping you clarify and achieve your next-level vision for a life of mental wellness. I want to help you achieve whatever solutions and life changes you are looking for while enjoying the process as much as possible and experiencing yourself in new ways.
I’m dedicated to walking the journey with you, truly listening, and helping you clarify and achieve your next-level vision for a life of mental wellness. I want to help you achieve whatever solutions and life changes you are looking for while enjoying the process as much as possible and experiencing yourself in new ways.
(779) 223-1515 View (779) 223-1515
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Stableway Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
We are a cooperative of professionals who are dedicated to providing effective, thoughtful, and compassionate psychotherapy. At Stableway Counseling Services we work to provide our clients with highly personalized therapeutic care and understanding. We would love to see each individual experiencing life at their full potential. However, we understand that there are many things that can get in the way of that. It is our hope to offer a space for others to explore, grow, learn, and become the person that they would like to be.
We are a cooperative of professionals who are dedicated to providing effective, thoughtful, and compassionate psychotherapy. At Stableway Counseling Services we work to provide our clients with highly personalized therapeutic care and understanding. We would love to see each individual experiencing life at their full potential. However, we understand that there are many things that can get in the way of that. It is our hope to offer a space for others to explore, grow, learn, and become the person that they would like to be.
(815) 570-4154 View (815) 570-4154
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Christine Decker
Psychologist, PsyD, LCPC
Verified Verified
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
My areas of expertise include group and individual therapy with a specialty working with children, adolescents and young adults. I work with many adults individually as well. Positive attitude, personal growth and fulfillment are achieved through our therapy sessions together. I am a licensed clinical psychologist. For an appointment call: 847-347-9521 Evening and weekend hours are available.
My areas of expertise include group and individual therapy with a specialty working with children, adolescents and young adults. I work with many adults individually as well. Positive attitude, personal growth and fulfillment are achieved through our therapy sessions together. I am a licensed clinical psychologist. For an appointment call: 847-347-9521 Evening and weekend hours are available.
(847) 975-5598 View (847) 975-5598

More Therapists Nearby

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Abby Watel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Long Grove, IL 60047
My principal areas of expertise include: ADD/ADHD, Anxiety& Phobias, Autistic Spectrum/Aspergers,Grief&Loss, Divorce Adjustment Peer Problems, Eating Disorders, School Adjustment, Depression, Development and Identity Issues, Behavior Problems, Blended Family Issues, Career/Work Issues, Infertility and Health Problems,Parenting, Marital & Relationship Issues, Family Systems, Co-Dependency, & Personal Growth.
I am a seasoned therapist with 25+ years of experience working in community mental health, hospital, child welfare, and private practice settings; I have both direct practice and supervisory experience. I currently enjoy dividing my caseload between working with children, adolescents, parents and families and working with individual adults and couples. I believe in helping people of all ages to continue learning and developing throughout their lives. I use play therapy with young children; I use behavioral and solution focused treatment with all clients.; for adults and adolescents more insight oriented approaches are available.
My principal areas of expertise include: ADD/ADHD, Anxiety& Phobias, Autistic Spectrum/Aspergers,Grief&Loss, Divorce Adjustment Peer Problems, Eating Disorders, School Adjustment, Depression, Development and Identity Issues, Behavior Problems, Blended Family Issues, Career/Work Issues, Infertility and Health Problems,Parenting, Marital & Relationship Issues, Family Systems, Co-Dependency, & Personal Growth.
I am a seasoned therapist with 25+ years of experience working in community mental health, hospital, child welfare, and private practice settings; I have both direct practice and supervisory experience. I currently enjoy dividing my caseload between working with children, adolescents, parents and families and working with individual adults and couples. I believe in helping people of all ages to continue learning and developing throughout their lives. I use play therapy with young children; I use behavioral and solution focused treatment with all clients.; for adults and adolescents more insight oriented approaches are available.
(847) 920-7810 View (847) 920-7810
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Kaitlin Lavris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Long Grove, IL 60047
Are you overwhelmed with anxiety, fear of uncertainty, and/or unwanted, intrusive thoughts? Are these experiences holding you back from engaging in meaningful parts of your life? If yes, you are not alone. Unmanaged anxiety and OCD can be incredibly painful and lead to feelings of sadness and shame. But there is hope. By learning how to manage the fears, thoughts, and behaviors that keep you stuck, you can begin to embrace the uncertainty and live a more present and fulfilling life.
Are you overwhelmed with anxiety, fear of uncertainty, and/or unwanted, intrusive thoughts? Are these experiences holding you back from engaging in meaningful parts of your life? If yes, you are not alone. Unmanaged anxiety and OCD can be incredibly painful and lead to feelings of sadness and shame. But there is hope. By learning how to manage the fears, thoughts, and behaviors that keep you stuck, you can begin to embrace the uncertainty and live a more present and fulfilling life.
(224) 442-9961 View (224) 442-9961
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Susan Weitzman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Long Grove, IL 60047
I am a psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience working with adults, couples and families. I also offer litigation consultation and expert witness work for difficult divorces. I am proud to have one of the longest running Women's Groups in the Chicagoland area. I believe that developing rapport and trust is essential in therapy. To this end, I provide a safe and respectful environment so that clients can feel comfortable sharing their concerns, fears and hopes for their future. I will help you regain the courage to face your issues and provide the necessary therapeutic tools to make positive, lasting changes in your life.
I am a psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience working with adults, couples and families. I also offer litigation consultation and expert witness work for difficult divorces. I am proud to have one of the longest running Women's Groups in the Chicagoland area. I believe that developing rapport and trust is essential in therapy. To this end, I provide a safe and respectful environment so that clients can feel comfortable sharing their concerns, fears and hopes for their future. I will help you regain the courage to face your issues and provide the necessary therapeutic tools to make positive, lasting changes in your life.
(312) 789-5415 View (312) 789-5415

Depression Therapists

What is the goal of therapy for depression?

Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.

What happens in therapy for depression?

Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.

What therapy types help with depression?

Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.

Can therapy for depression be done online?

Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.

How effective is therapy for depression?

Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.